Deadline March 4, 2026

Cluster Development Executive Academy

After 4 years supporting clusters through the Euromed Clusters Forward program, South Mediterranean leaders now have the tools and expertise to grow, collaborate, and lead.

The Cluster Development Executive Program is a flagship hybrid initiative empowering clusters to strengthen performance, drive sustainable impact, share knowledge with peers, and build cross-border collaboration.

With the support of Berytech, this program marks the shift from guidance to leadership—shaping the future of regional cluster development.

Deadline March 4, 2026

About the Academy

After 4 years of supporting and leading the Euromed Clusters Forward program, we’ve worked closely with clusters across the South Mediterranean helping them grow, strengthen their services, and connect with other clusters and SMEs.

Now, these clusters have the tools, knowledge, and experience they need. It’s time for the final masterclass—the Cluster Development Executive Program—to capitalize on all the learnings and experiences and transfer that knowledge, share best practices, and prepare them to lead the way.

This program is about taking the next step: helping these clusters not just succeed themselves but supporting other clusters and building the next big collaboration opportunities whether in the same sector, the same region, or even across borders. It’s about building a strong, connected network of cluster leaders who can drive growth, mentor others, and make a real impact in the South Mediterranean.

With the support of Berytech, this program is a turning point—from receiving guidance to becoming leaders and mentors, shaping the future of regional cluster development.

AGENDA

Thursday - july 20, 2023

4:00 PM sharp Introduction

4:10 PM – 4:40 PM My kids have replaced me with ChatGPT, how Generative AI will disrupt business in 2024
By Dr. Albert Meige, Associate Director at Arthur D. Little and Global Director at BlueShift Institute

4:40 PM – 4:45 PM Q&A with Dr. Albert Meige

4:45 PM – 4:55 PM Overview of the Generative AI Market and Trends for 2024
By Eric Hazan, Senior Partner at McKinsey and Company

4:55 PM – 5:00 PM Q&A with Eric Hazan

5:00 PM – 5:20 PM AI and Generative AI Advances
By Pierre-Louis Xech, AI Academic Programs & Partnership EMEA at Meta AI

5:20 PM – 5:25 PM – Q&A with Pierre-Louis Xech

5:25 PM – 5:35 PM Metaverse immersive experience on RLTY platform
By Thibault Mathieu, Founder at Wilkins-Avenue

5:35 PM – 5:40 PM Q&A with Thibault Mathieu

5:45 pm – 6:00 pm Networking Session

Previous academy - Lebanon October 2026

Program Goals and Objectives

Position and Strategize

Define sector focus and value chain role

Identify opportunities for regional and European cooperation

Assess Performance

Evaluate strengths and gaps using a shared cluster framework

Communicate performance results to stakeholders

Lead Regional Development

Design new cluster services and cooperation initiatives

Support other clusters nationally and regionally

Contribute to the development of a sustainable South Mediterranean Cluster Network

Why Greece?

Greece sits at the heart of the Mediterranean, making it an ideal hub for South Mediterranean cluster leaders to meet, share best practices, and build regional partnerships.

The in-person sessions allow participants to learn from European cluster experiences, strengthen collaboration, and leave with actionable ideas for their own clusters.

Academy Dates:

April 22, 23, 24, 2026

Location:

Athens, Greece

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.

Apply by March 4, 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Be based in Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, or Morocco

Operate in sectors such as Primary & Food Industries, ICT, Healthcare, Green Sectors, Logistics, Engineering & Construction

Have actively participated in Euromed Clusters Forward activities since 2022

Demonstrate measurable impact and operational capacity following their participation in Euromed Clusters Forward activities

Have the ability to support and mentor the local cluster ecosystem

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Academy Goals

By participating in this academy, more than 15 cluster managers and board members representing 5 clusters from the South Med region (Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco) will be better equipped with knowledge and tools to understand and map their value chains, identify opportunities, and build strategies to attract new members, improve sectoral efficiency, diversify their service offering and increase the competitiveness of their members.

About ECF

Berytech is the implementing partner in Lebanon of EuroMed Clusters Forward (ECF) which is funded by the European Union and coordinated by Anima Investment Network with three implementing partners and nine affiliates from the Euromed region.

ECF is a 4-year project that aims at fostering cluster excellence, promoting inclusive innovation, enhancing sustainable growth, driving economic diversification, and boosting employment in the Euromed region.